Robot vacuum cleaner Xiaomi with wet cleaning: where and how to pour water

Xiaomi’s wet-cleaning robot vacuum cleaners have become indispensable tools in the home, combining efficient dry cleaning with delicate floor washing. However, many users are faced with the question: where exactly to pour water to avoid damaging the device and achieving maximum results? Misfiling the tank can lead to leaks, pump breakdowns or even failure of equipment.

In this article, we will discuss the exact location of water tanks in popular Xiaomi models (for example, Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, DreameBot W10, Xiaomi S7), explain the principles of the wet cleaning system and give practical tips for care. You will learn what type of water to use, how to avoid common mistakes and extend the life of your vacuum cleaner.

Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner design: where is the water tank

In most Xiaomi models with wet cleaning function, the water tank is integrated into a removable container that simultaneously serves as a dust collector, but its location and design may vary depending on the series of devices.

• 🔹 Classic layout (for example, Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop P): the water tank is located to the right of the dust collector and marked with a compartment with a lid on which the pictogram of the water droplet is applied.
• 🔹 Unified module (DreameBot or Xiaomi models) S7): The tank is combined with a garbage container and has a separate compartment under water, closed by a cork.
• 🔹 Removable tank (in premium series, for example, Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Ultra): water is poured into a separate container, which is installed on the back of the body.

To determine exactly where the tank is in your model, pay attention to:

• 📌 Marking on the body (water icon or inscription) WATER TANK).
• 📌 Color of the lid: often the water compartment is highlighted in blue or blue.
• 📌 Instructions (in paper form or in the Mi Home app in the Device section) → Management).

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If you are not sure about the location of the tank, take a picture of your model and compare it with the official images on the Xiaomi website – this will help to avoid mistakes.

Step-by-step: how to properly pour water

The process of refueling the tank seems simple, but there are nuances that affect the quality of cleaning and the safety of the device.

1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner and remove it from the dock (if any) and wait for the rotating parts to stop completely.
2. Remove the water tank: Most models just press the lock (usually side or top). Some devices (such as the DreameBot L10 Pro) require the dust collector to be removed first and then the water tank.

Open the lid.

Pour water.

MAX

Only clean water at room temperature

Put the tank back in.

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⚠️ Warning: Never put water in a dust collector or garbage compartment! This will clog the filters and break the turbine. Also avoid using hot water, which can warp plastic parts.

What water to use: myths and reality

Xiaomi recommends that you only put clean drinking water in the tank, but users often experiment with additives, which can have serious consequences.

🔍 Why can't you clean? Xiaomi's wet cleaning system uses an electronic pump that dispenses water on a napkin. The detergents form a foam that's made of water:

• 🧼 Clogs microscopic holes in the sprayer.
• 🧽 Damage to silicone seals leading to leaks.
• 🔧 Causes corrosion of contacts on the control board.

Frequent User Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner owners sometimes make mistakes that shorten the life of their machines, and here are the most common ones:

1. Overflowing above the MAX mark leads to leaks and damage to electronic components. Always check the fluid level visually, as sensors in budget models can malfunction.
2. Using dirty water: If you pour water from the tap with impurities (such as rust), over time it clogs the sprayer, and it is recommended to use filtered or boiled water.
3. Late cleaning of the tank, water residues and dust form a bacterial plaque that becomes a source of unpleasant odor, and flush the tank after every 3-5 use.
4. Installation of a wet wipe. Before cleaning, the napkin should be slightly wet, but not wet. Excess water leads to divorces on the floor and overloading the pump.

⚠️ If wet marks remain on the floor after cleaning, this is a sign of one of three problems:

1. Too much water is poured in.
2. The sprayer is clogged (needle cleaning is required).
3. The humidity sensor is defective (diagnosis is needed in the service).

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How to adjust the intensity of wet cleaning through the Mi Home app

Many users are unaware that Xiaomi’s robot vacuum cleaners can adjust the level of humidification directly from your smartphone, a feature that is available in models that support wet cleaning (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Pro, DreameBot W10).

1. Open the Mi Home app and select your vacuum cleaner.
2. Go to the Cleaning Settings (or Cleaning Settings) section.
3. Find the Mopping option and select one of the modes: 🌊 Weak (suitable for laminate and parquet). 💧 Medium (universal for tiles and linoleum). 🚿 Strong (for persistent contamination on the tile).

Save the settings and start cleaning.

💡 Secret mode: Some firmware has a hidden Custom option that allows you to specify the exact amount of water in milliliters to activate it:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Cleaning modes.
2. Hold the Wet Cleaning item on the screen for 5 seconds.
3. A slider will appear for manual intensity adjustment (50 to 300 ml).

🔧 Preventive advice: Once every 3 months, conduct a deep cleaning of the wet cleaning system:

1. Pour into the tank a solution of citric acid (1 tsp. per 200 ml of water).
2. Start cleaning for 5 minutes, then interrupt it.
3. Wash the tank and sprayer with clean water 2-3 times.

This will help remove lime plaque and prolong the life of the pump.

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